The Continental Army. Here in the heart of historic Philadelphia on a steamy summer day, we’ve time traveled back to the heady days of the American Revolution, the drafting of the Declaration of Independence and the making of Betsy Ross’ famous flag sewn at the request of General George Washington — all right where it all happened — thanks to 30 terrific costumed “History Makers,” as well as 40 first-rate storytellers from the nonprofit Historic Philadelphia organization . more →Backyard Vacations, Destinations, Families & Groups, Lodging, Parks & Outdoors, Travel Topics, Weekly Column|1 Comment

Which party are you going to? Across the country on July 4th weekend, everyone will be slurping ice cream cones, waving flags and having a good time -- hopefully. If you want to do more than attend — or host — a BBQ in your backyard, you certainly have your pick. Here are five picks guaranteed to please without busting the budget more →Backyard Vacations, Eileen's Blog, Getting There, Lodging|comments

June 25, 2011
Panama City, Fla feels your pain at the gas pump. All summer, the resorts in the Gulf of Mexico community are touting Giving Tanks deals with gas cards or discounted rates to help offset the impact of rising gas prices. Eileen's Blog|comments